PRODUCT LITERATURE:
This document describes configuration steps to deploy solutions with VMware ESX/ESXi 3.5 on Dell™ PowerVault™ MD3000i, NX1950, MD3000, and MD1000. VMware ESX/ESXi 3.5 will be referred to as ESX for the remainder of the document. If any provision is related specifically to only ESX 3.5 or ESXi 3.5, it will be explicitly stated.
EGUIDE:
Read this e-guide to discover how VDI environments impact storage, and how to determine your storage requirements within your virtual desktop. Also learn efficiency tricks to use in your VDI environment and much more.
WHITE PAPER:
This article takes an inside look at the unique design features of the NetApp FAS2240, including: Integration of controllers within NetApp SAS disk shelves; I/O and performance enhancements; New resiliency and availability features.
EZINE:
Storage networks are an essential element of server virtualization, but there are several options available today. Is it better to invest in a separate SAN or move storage over Ethernet using iSCSI or FCoE technology? This article considers the tradeoffs of each approach and presents important considerations for both.
WHITE PAPER:
Read this paper for a description of the benefits and performance of the latest Dell™ PowerEdge™ R810 running Microsoft® SQL Server® in VMware® vSphere™ 4.0 Update 1 (U1) and EqualLogic™ PS6000XV iSCSI storage arrays.
EZINE:
In this April 2014 issue of Storage magazine, our experts cover topics, including tips for evaluating solid-state storage requirements, the possibility of 100% cloud storage, insights into how your peers are using file sync-and-share services and more!
CASE STUDY:
Midway Independent School District sought to gain control over server sprawl and implement a consolidated solution for growth. Read this case study to learn how Dell servers, storage and Intel technology provided a firm foundation for education applications, growth and 50% power and cooling savings.
WHITE PAPER:
iSCSI technology provides superior manageability to Fibre Channel for virtualized environments. Specifically, iSCSI lets users in virtualized environments utilize all the functionality available to non-virtualized systems.
EGUIDE:
In this interview, Mike Laverick, a VMware expert, discusses the pros and cons of using iSCSI for virtual server environments. Find out the proper steps you should take when implementing iSCSI in your virtual environment, how to configure iSCSI in vSphere and how to test the performance of an iSCSI storage device.
